1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Vue (143 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 214 kg more than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Nissan Pickup (245 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Pickup | Vue |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
